shawna odell
@shawnaodell1
Results-driven Senior Vice President and HR Director with extensive experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a results-driven and accomplished Senior Vice President and HR Director with over 20 years of experience in leading HR operations and strategic planning within the financial sector. My expertise lies in organizational growth, employee development, compliance, and benefit plan management. I have successfully overseen HR operations for multiple banking institutions, ensuring efficient payroll management and comprehensive employee benefits for hundreds of staff members.
Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my ability to streamline HR processes and implement advanced technologies that align with organizational goals. Notable achievements include negotiating significant cost savings on employee benefit plans, conducting comprehensive overhauls of HR policies, and facilitating smooth transitions during mergers. I am passionate about fostering employee engagement and have led initiatives that enhance team morale and productivity, particularly during challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Senior Vice President / HR Director
Oakwood Bank
May 2023 - Feb 2025 (1 year 9 months)
Oversaw HR operations, ensuring efficient payroll management and comprehensive employee benefits for 80 staff across six banking centers. Developed and implemented advanced HR technologies, policies, and workflows aligned with the bank's strategic goals. Designed and administered employee benefit plans that offer greater value without increasing costs.
Senior Vice President / HR Director
Inwood National Bank
Nov 2021 - Apr 2023 (1 year 5 months)
Led daily HR operations for 230 staff across 13 branches, directing a team of three HR professionals in recruitment, staff development, payroll, and benefits administration. Spearheaded data systems migration to enhance human capital management and applicant tracking.
Senior Vice President / HR Director
United Texas Bank
Mar 2020 - Nov 2021 (1 year 8 months)
Managed HR operations for over 100 employees, optimizing HR processes for recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations. Drove employee engagement during COVID-19 with focus on modernization, implementing HR technologies for seamless employee experience.
Senior Vice President / HR Director
North Dallas Bank & Trust Company
Mar 2005 - Mar 2020 (15 years)
Directed HR operations across five locations, supervising HR staff for payroll and corporate training functions. Managed strategic HR initiatives, policy formulation, and employee relations, orchestrating a high-performance culture while ensuring positive employee relations and experiences.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI)
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Human Resources
Obtained certification from the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). This certification demonstrates advanced knowledge and experience in the HR field.
Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Human Resources
Achieved certification from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). This credential signifies a high level of competency and strategic leadership in HR.
Texas Bankers Association
Management Development Program (MDP), Management Development
Activities and societies: Co-President/ Class XII
Completed the Management Development Program as Co-President of Class XII. This program focused on enhancing leadership and management skills within the banking sector.
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